DualSport Riding Clothing/Gear, stay safe out there

I made this video to show all the gear/clothing I wear while out riding my TW200. It's always changing and evolving but I thought this would be good for people just getting into riding a dualsport. let me know in the comments below what kind of gear you like to use and what you would recommend. Big thanks to "n fri" for the video idea. thanks for watching and ride safe out there!
find all the gear here:
AFX FX-41 (Helmet shown in video): amzn.to/2TOfeM5 (amazon affiliate link)
O'Neal SIERRA II (current Helmet): amzn.to/2RmTKVb (amazon affiliate link)
Gopro Hero 4 black: amzn.to/2vopJJf (amazon affiliate link)
Sena SMH10R: amzn.to/2fwSLAY (amazon affiliate link)
Alpinestars Neck Warmer: amzn.to/2hPVLJt (amazon affiliate link)
Fly Flux Air Mesh Jacket (new version): amzn.to/37lXg7t (amazon affiliate link)
speed and strength off the chain 2.0 jacket: amzn.to/2RDLUoS (amazon affiliate link)
Fox 180 jersey: amzn.to/2sPdBmd (amazon affiliate link)
heated hoodie: amzn.to/2GcetVd (amazon affiliate link)
TLD catalyst x knee braces (I don't think they are making these anymore, but there are many other good options out there): troyleedesigns...
Olympia Dakar DualSport pants: amzn.to/2RCU5So (amazon affiliate link)
Alpinestars Tech 2 boots: I'm pretty sure they stopped making these.
wool blend socks: amzn.to/2vKTYLM (amazon affiliate link)
Tactical Hydration Pack Backpack: amzn.to/2vshLgD (amazon affiliate link)
fun meter patch: amzn.to/37jWRmh (amazon affiliate link)
(buying from an affiliate link will help me support the channel at no extra cost to you, thanks!)
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[@TDubsKid]

find all the gear here: AFX FX-41 (Helmet shown in video): amzn.to/2TOfeM5 (amazon affiliate link) O'Neal SIERRA II (current Helmet): amzn.to/2RmTKVb (amazon affiliate link) Gopro Hero 4 black: amzn.to/2vopJJf (amazon affiliate link) Sena SMH10R: amzn.to/2fwSLAY (amazon affiliate link) Alpinestars Neck Warmer: amzn.to/2hPVLJt (amazon affiliate link) Fly Flux Air Mesh Jacket (new version): amzn.to/37lXg7t (amazon affiliate link) speed and strength off the chain 2.0 jacket: amzn.to/2RDLUoS (amazon affiliate link) Fox 180 jersey: amzn.to/2sPdBmd (amazon affiliate link) heated hoodie: amzn.to/2GcetVd (amazon affiliate link) TLD catalyst x knee braces (I don't think they are making these anymore, but there are many other good options out there): troyleedesigns.com/products/catalyst-x-knee-braces-white Olympia Dakar DualSport pants: amzn.to/2RCU5So (amazon affiliate link) Alpinestars Tech 2 boots: I'm pretty sure they stopped making these. wool blend socks: amzn.to/2vKTYLM (amazon affiliate link) Tactical Hydration Pack Backpack: amzn.to/2vshLgD (amazon affiliate link) fun meter patch: amzn.to/37jWRmh (amazon affiliate link) (buying from an affiliate link will help me support the channel at no extra cost to you, thanks!)

[@johnmccain3762]

The comments on the knee braces is really a great tip. Additionally insurance does cover them AND, if any of your viewers are Veterans, the VA can provide them through the prosthetics department from BTO sports.

[@TDubsKid]

thanks and yeah knee braces are such a good idea, but yes they are expensive, thanks for the tip

[@nfri6414]

Wow! Thank you very much TDubskid! I really appreciate the professionalism and completeness of your reviews. I never thought of getting kneepads before. Makes a lot of sense though. The complete list with links is very handy as well. Sounds like a lot of thought and experience went into each gear selection. Thanks for shortening my learning curve. I appreciate it.

[@TDubsKid]

no problem brotha! thanks for the video idea, yeah knee protection is so important even its nothing expensive it's still better than nothing, this guy shattered his tibial plateau on his tw just by crashing at 25mph on pavement by hitting some gravel, kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6jGn2egjqxljJo that is one of the worst knee injuries you can get. not sure if knee protection would have prevented it for sure but it could have. yeah it takes a some trial and error to find out what works well and stuff, hopefully this helps people figure out what to get. no problem!

[@harriedpotter9039]

“Remember those goofy pants people used to wear in elementary school?” reminds me of, “remember that really old movie, Empire Strikes Back?” OMG, that’s just adorable. Very helpful review as I’m just getting into trail riding (on a TW no less), even though I’m old enough to be your mom. You’re the best TDubsKid.

[@TDubsKid]

hahaha yes I remember those 😂 glad it was helpful. haha thank you very much! ride safe

[@verbalwidget7267]

Very Nice, Here in Arizona that Fly Vented jacket is the "HOT" set up so to speak. I keep my plastic liner and sometimes a forest map in the back armor area just so I always have it with me and maybe a bit of cushion effect if I were to land on my back like a big fat bug. Good stuff. Thank You

[@TDubsKid]

haha thanks! yeah mesh stuff is great. better cushioning the better I would think! no problem, thanks for watching :)

[@cathymaday775]

Thanks for taking time to make this video and share the links TDubsKid! I'm a new rider and your channel is an awesome source of knowledge as I learn to ride, gear up and modify my TW200!

[@TDubsKid]

hey no problem, thanks for watching! cool hope you enjoy riding for years to come. ride safe 😀

[@nickp701]

I'm buying the 2019 Tw this next week. Been watching all your videos. I think you do a great job. Thanks for all the good info.

[@TDubsKid]

hey awesome to hear! thanks and no problem ill keep rolling out the videos :) ride safe and have fun

[@Orban_rides1]

Great video! With the quality of your videos I'm suprised company's are not offering sponsorship or sending you gear . If I can share a couple tips, the rain liner on most summer jackets are made to go over the outside or inside the jacket. I just throw mine over the outside. Also, when it's hot hot...I ride in shorts with my knee braces and boots, pants don't really do much from the knee down and the extra air really helps stay cool. Keep the vids coming, great work.

[@TDubsKid]

thank you! haha yeah that would be cool but I use affiliate links a lot so that helps me support and improve the videos with better camera gear and stuff. yeah over the outside is probably best but that is just how they designed the mesh jacket, it was pretty cheap. that's not a bad idea but the only reason I don't wear shorts is because I ride on the street to get to an off area. i'm sure that feels super nice, I really need to get winter pants soon, mesh does not feel good when it's cold haha. thanks ill keep them coming!

[@allenwilson4166]

I've been using Bohn Armor for the last few years, not just for motorcycling but also snowboarding and mtn biking as well. really happy with that stuff!

[@TDubsKid]

hmmm interesting ill have to check it out

[@allenwilson4166]

yea man, it's mesh, like long underwear/spandex? kinda. Never had a comfort issue with it so far. Not sure how the knee braces would feel on top of it however. If your case you'd probably want the protective shorts and long top shirt. I think it's good stuff - you can use any protective jacket on top, jeans the same. For me I found it wonderful as jackets don't always have a good "snug" armor fit, where this stuff is.

[@allenwilson4166]

www.bohnarmor.com/

[@allenwilson4166]

FYI, I've had this gear on since 6:30am this morning and im still snug as a bug in a rug lol

[@TDubsKid]

nice so It sounds like it flows air well!

[@fzj8022]

I still think you should do a video of your 4runner, even if it's nothing speacial

[@TDubsKid]

haha maybe someday I do like my 4 runner

[@jojojosmart1]

Where in Colorado are you? We vacation out west in the summers- show me some trails.

[@TDubsKid]

+jojojosmart1 I’m in Littleton co, it’s some great riding out here

[@elizaleckway]

you complete list with links very handy as well. sounds likes a lot of thought and experience Thanks for shortening you learning curve i appreciate it wow wow Thank you very Tdbus Kid !

[@TDubsKid]

Thanks so much! Hope the video was helpful

[@elizaleckway]

Welcome

[@elizaleckway]

Yep

[@elizaleckway]

You are my best friend

[@markphipps8655]

Spray your gear with “neverwet” and stay dry. Give it a week outdoors to destink after application .

[@TDubsKid]

Great tip!

[@möth39E]

Thanks my dad got me a the helmet you use and it's great

[@TDubsKid]

nice, Glad you like it!

[@Weirdthings20]

Try alpaca socks I have them and they are great.

[@TDubsKid]

cool thanks ill have to pick some up!

[@Weirdthings20]

TDubsKid your welcome

[@jojojosmart1]

I got some hand guards I took off a KTM - won't fit on throttle side because of brake resevoir- guess I need to fabricate an extension nut.

[@TDubsKid]

yeah I had to mod my first set of hand guards , the bracket was hitting the cross bare, had to mill it down a bit

[@walangpakealam]

Ky jelly for the stubborn zippers

[@TDubsKid]

lol ill have to remember that for next time

[@alanbloodworth2653]

Ryan Ennus Chap Stick works well.

[@gee8nats]

Nice video I have the same helmet in gray

[@TDubsKid]

hey thanks. nice! is the sun visor still working? I love that feature

[@1anre]

Cool stock

[@TDubsKid]

thanks

[@bg5215]

Thanks! Just bought a tw200 (haven't picked it up yet) and planning a trip to moab this summer. Is that LS2 good for hot weather? Do you have one now?

[@TDubsKid]

no problem, and cool, I want to ride moab one day, and I think so cause it's got a lot of vents, I'm still using the afx fx41 it's very airy

[@NoProDad]

Great info, thanks! What do you use for navigation?

[@TDubsKid]

right now a garmin gps map 62st, the 64 is the new version

[@jimbrown5185]

How can you beat this content?

[@TDubsKid]

haha thanks

[@ocmountainbiking9497]

I would always wear those goofy pants 😂 that's all great gear btw 👍

[@TDubsKid]

haha nice! and for sure, it takes a while to find what works best

[@ocmountainbiking9497]

TDubsKid they were sick back then. Yeah ill be riding more street but on weekends I'll be off roading for sure so this helps

[@TDubsKid]

haha for sure. gottcha too bad there is nothing really good for both types of riding there is always a trade off

[@ocmountainbiking9497]

TDubsKid yeah man it'd be sick if they made dual gear maybe something that let u not have to buy a whole other pair of the same thing. Maybe they do and I have no clue haha

[@Mfhmi2710]

Hey there TDubs! Great videos you have. Was wondering are you considering changing he handlebar? If you do, please make a video for it. Planning to change mine anytime soon. Thumbsup to your channel 👍

[@TDubsKid]

hey thanks brother! I will do that eventually probably get a pro bend or something, I will definitely make a video when I do!

[@Mfhmi2710]

TDubsKid Great! Can't wait for it!

[@TheMaverian]

Love the video! What song is playing in the background?

[@TDubsKid]

hey thanks! and it's ES_Tarantulas - Christian Nanzell, thats from the epidemic sound library

[@yousifa6549]

Thats cool, i didnt know you carried, if you dont mind me asking, what do you carry?

[@TDubsKid]

I carry a berretta nano chambered in 9mm, I also have a taurus pt 845 chambered in 45acp but I don't carry that one as often

[@yousifa6549]

TDubsKid yeah lol .45 would be kind of awkward to carry

[@TDubsKid]

when you stub ur toe yeah it would get annoying

[@tylercampbell3134]

When i trashed my nighthawk i for some reason left my fnx45 at home. Lucky i did becasue thats the hip i landed on... prolly would have shattered my hip insted of just my ankle. Here soon when i pick up my tw it will probably go in a tank bag

[@Dano896]

Any link on the knee pads? Thanks for the video!

[@TDubsKid]

oh dang I forgot to put those on there ill fix that. no problem, thanks!

[@bg5215]

Interested in buying that fly flux mesh jacket.... can't figure out the sizing on the ebay site. Any suggestions?

[@TDubsKid]

check it out on revzilla, they have more info on sizing www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/fly-flux-air-jacket-2015 I got the small and it fits good, I wear a small in shirt and jacket sizes

[@bg5215]

Thanks!

[@Sharpeoutdoors]

Hey you remember those goofy pants people would wear in elementary school ........haha I do unfortunately lol .

[@TDubsKid]

hahaha I remember those far too well 😂

[@TheTuxMaster]

In the LS2 helmet dont have speakerpockets

[@TDubsKid]

ohhh dang I didn't know that, just watched the revzilla video on it, I really liked that helmet. I might try it though my afx helmet looks similar on the inside and it doesn't have speaker cutouts but the speakers fit great in between the v of the cheek pads maybe it's because I have small ears

[@briandean7206]

Hey good morning. Can you help me out? I'm wondering what kind of rack you have on the back of your t w and also if you are happy with it or know of any better ones. I would sure appreciate your comment thank you, Brian

[@TDubsKid]

hey there, I have a manrack shown here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hma6ioZrqMeZe5I the manrack and cycleracks are the best ones. the problem isn't with the rack themselves it's the thin metal that they attach to on the bike. I can crack over time if you put a good amount of weight on it

[@raypabs5374]

Hi bud, I'm just getting into this dual sport thing after buying my 2018 XT250 yesterday and I'm shopping around now for boots. Are you still satisfied with those Alpinestar Tech2's or would you buy something else if you were in the market for a new pair?

[@TDubsKid]

Ray Paul hey awesome congrats on the new xt250 it’s a cool bike, and I love my tech 2 boots still, I use them because I have knee braces and didn’t want the bottom part of them stuffed in the boots, they are also pretty comfortable walking around in, just be aware it will be easier to get shinners with them cause there is less protection, I haven’t had any issues with them yet though

[@raypabs5374]

Thanks bud!

[@somera8628]

There's no link for the gloves.. would like the white ones

[@TDubsKid]

they are great gloves, www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/scorpion-sgs-mk-ii-gloves?gclsrc=aw.ds&&gclid=Cj0KCQjw9fntBRCGARIsAGjFq5HuZ5rsXprNfaadK59q6DRncwLKZRzl2IByswRB0SlI048dYLEOFxAaAiJBEALw_wcB

[@jojojosmart1]

Have you tried heated grips or gloves?

[@TDubsKid]

not yet, got some grip heaters, I might install them this winter

[@uncletom1971]

You mentioned "MSF-course", I'm very curious now. I live in Sweden and I am trying to get my motorcycling license, here it's called "A-körkort", stands for A-driverslicense, kind of. But could you please make a video where you describe and tell some about your experience while doing your course? I assume you made it in Colorado, so are the tests very different from state to state? What did you find hardest? And for how long have you been riding any kind of motorized two wheeled vehicles? I found this video on YT : kzbin.info/www/bejne/lWrYfKevlJuBfbc This is how you get your MC-permit/license in the USA then?

[@TDubsKid]

it depends on the state here, they are different on how it works but in Colorado it's easy, you can just take an Motorcyle safety course (MSF) then if you pass you go to the DMV and you get a motorcycle endorsement on your license and you can ride any motorcycle you want

[@uncletom1971]

Hmm.. almost too easy, no? I'm so lucky to live in Sweden, not!

[@TDubsKid]

haha

[@WRW9751]

Do yourself a favor and send your Olympia pants back they will fix or replace them .

[@TDubsKid]

I have had them way over a year though do you think they will still do that?

[@WRW9751]

I'd think after knowing your viewers are watching Olympia would jump at a chance to show off their customer service! Make sure you let them know you do gear reviews. My guess you may end up with some extra stuff.

[@GiorgosC-rp5ms]

that seems like you add alot of weight is it harder to ride with all that gear

[@TDubsKid]

you just get use to it. worth it if you have to bail

[@SmoochieHD]

If you can, " Nexx XD1 Canyon " you'll understand why, before you buy the LS2. Great content, quality, editing. Haven't regret being sub. Maybe longer videos when you go out camping? Anyway 10/10 would sub again. Fan from portugal.

[@TDubsKid]

that's a pretty cool helmet what do you like most about it? thanks! glad to hear you enjoy the content! I got some motocamping videos coming in the future they may be a bit longer, I appreciate you!

[@SmoochieHD]

Well, if you watch some videos you can see it is a good helmet for road or offroad, you can use goggles with the visor on or off, or use the quick strap for the goggles, you get the interior sun shades, you can transform it to be completely off road ( full open chin vent, no visor, extendable peack ), or for normal roads, if you want you can get integrated system nexx x-com - it's a sena smh 10r - but designed especific for the helmet to get flush ( not sticking out ), several mountings in the helmet designed for cameras, i mean im gonna get one later this year, the more i learn about it, the more i love it. The key here is to get the canyon, it's the latest model where they improved several fault's and did upgrade a couple of things. For your adventures i think it has everything you need. Just check revzilla or something to get a better understand about it. Much love, Fan from portugal PS: Sorry for the potato english, it's only my fourth language

[@TDubsKid]

sweet thanks for the info it seems like a great helmet! and no worries you English is great!

[@SmoochieHD]

Thank you, I know it's a bit more expensive than the LS2, but if fits all your needs, looks good and you can do some pretty neat stuff on it, if you consider it please do a review on it :) Stay safe Fan from Portugal

[@TDubsKid]

yeah i'm not sure if it would be worth it to me for the money because I already have a sena but it still seems pretty neat, thanks man!

[@Pollin970]

You're getting the same helmet im getting LOLOL

[@TDubsKid]

haha nice I like the ls2 pioneer but recently I heard it doesn't have room for speakers, and I want to be able to put my sena in it, but I might order it just to see for sure

[@OGFTV]

I have the LS2 adventure helmet, you can fit a headset in the LS2 but I find the ear bits hurt my ears as its tight squeeze